THE MOST EXCELLENT VIRTUES
- Faith is the prime root and foundation of a Christian.
- Hope is a staff to defend us from all tribulations of this present life.
- Charity is the end of all perfection.
- Fear of God is the beginning of true wisdom.
- Humility is the basis and ground work of all virtues.
- Patience is the strongest armour against the fury of our enemies.
- Obedience is the most grateful oblation to God, wherein man offers himself for a sacrifice.
- Discretion is the eye of the soul.
- Fortitude the hand thereof, wherewith it brings all works unto perfection.
- Purity of intention directs all her actions unto God.
–Saint Peter of Alcantara (1499-1562)
